Healthy Fish Consumption Program Coordinator (Program Analyst 2) (Two Positions - Details below)
About The Position
The Oregon Health Authority’s Public Health Division, Environmental Public Health section, is seeking a Healthy Fish Consumption Program Coordinator to join the Healthy Waters unit. The position supports implementation and administration of the Healthy Fish Consumption program and leads the design, development, and execution of collaborative research projects. These projects gather socioeconomic and environmental data related to fishing and fish consumption among subsistence, recreational, and Tribal fishers in Oregon. Findings inform OHA fish consumption health advisories and guide outreach and education intended to reduce health risks from contaminated fish. The coordinator drives research activities, supports program operations, contributes to public health messaging that helps communities make informed decisions about eating Oregon’s freshwater fish, identifies program needs, reviews contract bids, and collaborates with toxicologists, public health departments, state and local partners, and community stakeholders to address health hazards related to fish consumption. Recruitment may fill two Portland-based positions: one full-time permanent position and one full-time limited-duration position. Both are SEIU represented and hybrid. Employment is contingent on a criminal records check meeting OHA criteria. The position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates capacity for the required knowledge and skills, and two years of experience coordinating or administering a program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling five years that typically supports the classification’s knowledge and skill requirements.
- Relevant experience may include supporting program operations through developing guidelines, coordinating training, managing resources, negotiating contracts, and assisting with budgeting and grant funding.
- Relevant experience may include monitoring program activities through reviewing reports, conducting site visits, assessing compliance, evaluating outcomes, and recommending improvements.
- Relevant experience may include representing programs by explaining rules, coordinating with partners, delivering presentations or trainings, and engaging community partners.
- Submit a current resume, required cover letter, and complete answers to all supplemental questions.
- Meet OHA criminal records check criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
- Complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire; the position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in project management, including planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, and decision-making.
- Knowledge of budget processes, budget management, contractual agreements, and procurement procedures.
- Knowledge of natural resource and public health protection programs at federal, state, and local government levels.
- Experience with technical writing to create direct narratives and data reports.
- Experience communicating technical information to individuals and groups.
- Experience developing scientifically accurate public health outreach and educational materials.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and execution of collaborative research projects gathering socioeconomic and environmental data about fishing and fish consumption among subsistence, recreational, and Tribal fishers in Oregon.
- Support implementation, administration, and operations of the Healthy Fish Consumption program.
- Drive research activities and identify program needs.
- Use research findings to inform fish consumption health advisories and outreach and education efforts to reduce health risks from contaminated fish.
- Contribute to public health messaging that helps communities make informed decisions about eating Oregon’s freshwater fish.
- Review contract bids.
- Collaborate with toxicologists, public health departments, state and local partners, and community stakeholders to address fish consumption-related health hazards.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for employees and their families.
- Optional life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and health and childcare flexible spending account options.
- Paid time off including 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
- Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
- Training and development opportunities.
- Salary range may increase by 6.95% for successful candidates who qualify for PERS.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
